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National Museum of Royal Barges to host youth tour guide training programme
TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2025
The National Museum of Royal Barges is set to host a youth tour guide training programme aimed at equipping young people aged 15–18 with cultural knowledge, basic English for tour guiding, and inspiration for future career paths.
Pattaya tops list for one-night stays in Thailand
TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2025
Pattaya tops Agoda’s list for one-night stays, spotlighting Thailand’s growing trend of micro-travel—short, spontaneous trips packed with adventure.
'Nak Rak Mak, Maak Mak' promises a fresh take on legendary ghost romance
MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2025
A new Thai film, Nak Rak Mak, Maak Mak (Nak Loves Mak So Much), inspired by the country’s beloved folklore, is set to rekindle the legendary tale with a fresh blend of romance and comedy.
Understanding Kreng Jai: The hidden heart of Thai politeness
SUNDAY, JUNE 15, 2025
Thailand is famously known as the “Land of Smiles.” Visitors often describe Thais as kind and polite. But beneath that warm exterior lies a deeply rooted cultural value : kreng jai.
Common Thai-English mistakes you’ve probably heard
SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2025
In Thailand, mixing Thai and English or “Tinglish” has become a common part of daily conversations. While it’s great to see how the two languages blend together, sometimes, the result doesn’t always match what native English speakers would say.
Why Angkor Wat appears at the Grand Palace
SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2025
If you've ever visited the Grand Palace in Bangkok, you might have noticed an interesting feature within the Wat Phra Kaew compound — a replica of Angkor Wat, one of Cambodia's most iconic landmarks. But why is this replica sitting right in the heart of Thailand’s most sacred site?
NARUTO exhibition arrives in Bangkok, celebrating decades of ninja legacy
THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025
The art exhibition, showcasing one of Shonen Jump’s manga masterpieces, 'NARUTO,' opened at River City Bangkok and will run until the end of July.
Shin Ramyun’s Thai twist: How Nongshim is slurping up Asia
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 2025
Powered by Tom Yum, Nongshim’s flagship ramyeon is winning hearts – and shelves – across Asia